2.81: Align objects by specified point
One way would be to use the Oscurart Tools addon.
It can align origin points between multiple objects.


Enable the addon ✓ in Preferences > Add-ons





Select your objects (order matters) and RMB > Oscurart Tools > Distribute  


Each cone has origin point in it's tip. After aligning, all the origin points are in line.
(The blue line is just for illustration)